Rani Yahya Says He Now Has the Confidence to Fight the Best

MMAjunkie spoke to UFC bantamweight fighter Rani Yahya after his win over Luke Sanders at UFC Fight Night 135 last night. With the win, Yahya has now won three in a row, and he called out champion TJ Dillashaw after the fight. Below are some highlights from the interview.

Yahya on why he wants to face Dillashaw: “I want to fight against the very best in the division and become the champion. I want to fight Dillashaw and beat him. I have so many fights already, so many wins. Who’s been winning like me in this division? If I have to do another fight before I go for the title, give me the No. 1 contender.”

Yahya on what has changed: “I have the confidence. I have the confidence now. I want to go against the best.” … For a long time, I wasn’t being able to perform at my best. I was performing 50, 60 percent. … Every day I learn a new thing, new technique, new concept. I’m evolving way too much. It’s like I was reborn after I made those changes.”